Month guide · Kuala Lumpur · Malaysia
Kuala Lumpur in December
What December is really like in Kuala Lumpur: weather, crowds, prices, events and what to pack.
Updated By the AMZBooking editorial team
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Quick answer
December is a shoulder-season month. Expect average highs of 32°C (90°F), lows of 23°C (73°F), about 15 rainy days and roughly 11.9 hours of daylight. Rain eases late in the month; malls in Bukit Bintang and KLCC put up elaborate Christmas displays.
Key facts
- Average high / low
- 32°C (90°F) / 23°C (73°F)
- Rainy days
- About 15
- Daylight
- About 11.9 hours
- Crowds
- Busy
- Hotel prices
- High
Weather in December
December is the coolest month in Kuala Lumpur: days average 32°C (90°F) against a yearly average high of 32°C (90°F), and nights fall to about 23°C (73°F). Rain falls on roughly 15 of its 31 days. Compared with November (32°C (90°F)), December is about as warm; by January highs stay near 32°C (90°F).
- Sunrise (15 December)
- About 07:11
- Sunset (15 December)
- About 19:07
- Daylight
- About 11.9 hours
Second inter-monsoon (October–November). The wettest period, with frequent storms and occasional flash floods; plan indoor sights for afternoons.
Crowds and prices
On a 1–5 scale, December rates 4 for crowds (the peak is January at 4) and 4 for hotel prices (highest in July). Book accommodation early: December is one of the pricier months.
Events in December
- Christmas displays in the malls of Bukit Bintang and KLCC
- New Year's Eve fireworks at KLCC
Dates move from year to year. Check the organiser’s site before booking travel around an event.
What to do in December
With frequent rain, plan around indoor sights and keep outdoor time flexible.
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Market · Chinatown (Petaling Street)
Central Market (Pasar Seni)
An art deco market hall from 1937, painted pale blue, now filled with craft and souvenir shops selling batik, songket weaving, pewter, wood carvings and Malaysian art, plus a food court upstairs.
- Time needed
- 1 hour
- Cost
- Free
- Free
- Shopping
- Rainy day
- Art
Aquarium · KLCC
Aquaria KLCC
Combine it with KLCC Park and the Suria KLCC mall for an easy family day out of the heat.
- Time needed
- 1.5–2 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Kids
- Rainy day
- Nature
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Museum · Brickfields and KL Sentral
National Museum (Muzium Negara)
Built in the style of a traditional Malay palace, the National Museum traces Malaysian history from prehistory and the Melaka Sultanate through colonial rule to independence, with outdoor displays of vintage locomotives and cars.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Low cost
- History
- Rainy day
- Kids
Landmark · KLCC
Petronas Twin Towers
Book an evening slot to see the city lights, then watch the towers glow from KLCC Park's lakeside.
- Time needed
- 1.5 hours
- Cost
- Mid-priced
- Iconic
- Views
- Architecture
- Kids
- After dark
What to pack
For highs near 32°C, lows near 23°C and 15 wet days: light, breathable clothes, a sun hat and high-factor sunscreen; a compact umbrella and waterproof shoes — rain is frequent; comfortable walking shoes.
Is December a good time to visit Kuala Lumpur?
A shoulder-season month, with 2 notable events on the calendar. If your dates are flexible, January–February and June–July are better overall. Compare every month.
Kuala Lumpur in other months
Questions travellers ask
+Is December a good time to visit Kuala Lumpur?
It is a shoulder-season month. Rain eases late in the month; malls in Bukit Bintang and KLCC put up elaborate Christmas displays.
+How warm is Kuala Lumpur in December?
Average highs are around 32°C (90°F) and lows around 23°C (73°F).
+Does it rain a lot in Kuala Lumpur in December?
Expect rain on about 15 days of the month, so pack for wet weather.